Ezekiel
Ezekiel: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈziːkiəl/
Meaning and origin of Ezekiel
- A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin. First used by Puritans in the 17th century; rare today.
Etymology
From Koine Greek Ἰεζεκιήλ (Iezekiḗl), from Biblical Hebrew יְחֶזְקֵאל (Y'ḥezqēl, “God strengthens”).
How popular is Ezekiel?
Since 1880, 52 girls and 83,605 boys in the U.S. have been named Ezekiel (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #11446 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #48 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #61 for boys, with 5,098 babies given the name.
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Ezekiel FAQ
What does the name Ezekiel mean?
A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin. First used by Puritans in the 17th century; rare today. From Koine Greek Ἰεζεκιήλ (Iezekiḗl), from Biblical Hebrew יְחֶזְקֵאל (Y'ḥezqēl, “God strengthens”).
What is the origin of the name Ezekiel?
Ezekiel is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Ezekiel?
Since 1880, 52 girls and 83,605 boys in the U.S. have been named Ezekiel (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #11446 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #48 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #61 for boys, with 5,098 babies given the name.
Is Ezekiel a boy or girl name?
Ezekiel is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 52 girls and 83,605 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.